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Where to stay: shopping

Shopping Hotels

Want to stay close to shops and entertainment? Orange County has a lot to offer.

San Juan Capistrano

Inn at the Mission San Juan Capistrano

Spanish hacienda style right across from the Mission, and an easy stroll to the Los Rios Historic District, River Street, the train depot, and lots of excellent restaurants. A splurge, but worth it!

26907 Old Mission Rd, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Mission Viejo

Hampton Inn & Suites Mission Viejo

Near the Shops at Mission Viejo and right off the freeway. Highly rated, affordable, and hot breakfast is included.

28682 Marguerite Pkwy, Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Irvine

Hotels Near Irvine Spectrum

A huge outdoor mall with dozens of places to eat and shop, a movie theater, and a Ferris wheel with Orange County views. Oh, and Nordstrom. That’s the most important part.

Hotel details and rates change, so double-check before you book!

Make a day of it

While You’re in San Juan Capistrano

Staying at the Inn at the Mission? You’re steps from some of the prettiest, most historic spots in Orange County.

History

Mission San Juan Capistrano

Founded in 1776. Wander the Great Stone Church ruins, Serra Chapel, the gorgeous gardens, and the koi pond.

Stroll & shop

Los Rios Historic District

California’s oldest residential street, with adobe homes from the 1700s, cute boutiques, gardens, and the O’Neill Museum.

Trains

Historic Train Depot

The 1894 depot, with outdoor patios where you can watch the trains roll by.

Food & fun

River Street Marketplace

A food hall with chef-driven eats, plus a petting zoo at the ranch next door.

Brunch

Ramos House Café

A local favorite for brunch, tucked into a historic house in Los Rios.